Company description:
Location: Central London, England, United Kingdom
Job ID: 87017
We Elevate... Quality of urban life

Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you’ll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. We combine innovation, safety, and high ethical standards, ensuring respect both among colleagues and for the world around us. By joining us, you don’t just become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.


Job description:
We are currently recruiting for a Lift Test & Commissioning Engineer working within our Technical Department. The Lift Test & Commissioning Engineer role is to inspect and test new or modernised lifts and escalators/moving walks in accordance with the Schindler Acceptance and Inspection Standard (SAIS), in order to demonstrate they are safe to be put into service, are compliant with relevant codes and are in accordance with Schindler’s quality standards.


Duties & Responsibilities:
*Focus on leading portfolio reliability initiatives, through collaborative branch management support.
*Inspect the lift or escalator/moving walk according to Schindler requirements by performing defined tests, measuring, checking and comparing with acceptance criteria and recording and documenting results
*Re-inspect in case of non-conformities, critical items require re-inspection by the Schindler inspector once rectified
*Confirm if the Declaration of Conformity can be issued and the lift / escalator complies with relevant codes & standards
*Coach the installation teams (internal, external) during inspection process
*Ensure all tasks are performed in a safe manner and in accordance with agreed methods & procedures.
*To provide technical support to New Installations & Modernisations or Existing Installations as requested by the Test/Technical Manager.
*To assist with Retrofit actions as requested by the Test/Technical Manager.
Profile description:
*Extensive knowledge of Schindler and 3rd party products and services, particularly lifts and escalators.
*NVQ 3 or 4 Qualified
*Extensive & sufficient electrical and mechanical knowledge
*Practical and theoretical knowledge of safety components
*New Installation knowledge
*Have an exact and structured method of working
We offer:
*Join our purpose-driven organization. Help shape an industry in which two billion people rely on our products and services every day
*Your development matters to us. We help you grow by offering the support you need to develop your skills and access a rewarding and fulfilling career
*Thrive in a diverse and supportive culture. Through local and global initiatives, we promote a culture of inclusion which celebrates diversity and ensures that everyone feels valued.
*Competitive salary with a discretionary annual bonus
*Company car or allowance (for eligible roles)
*25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, and an annual paid volunteering day
*Pension scheme with 6% company contribution
*Comprehensive life assurance
*Enhanced family leave
*Private medical cover with a trusted provider, plus 24/7 virtual GP access
*Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support
*Free eye tests and eyewear discounts
*Access to a range of employee benefits, including Tech and Cycle to Work schemes, plus exclusive retailer discounts